NHTSA recall 13V-249 (13V249000)
seats recall reported June 14, 2013 - about 1,228 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 13V249000
- Also written as
- 13V-249
- Reported
- June 14, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,228
- Component
- seats
What is being recalled
Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain model year 2013 Model S electric vehicles manufactured May 10, 2013, through June 8, 2013. An improper method for aligning the left hand seat back striker to the bracket may have weakened the weld between the bracket and the frame of the vehicle.
Why it is dangerous
In the event of a crash, the left hand seat back may not stay mounted, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will inspect the left hand second row strikers. Tesla will add additional mounting hardware to ensure a proper joint between the bracket and the frame, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2013. Owners may contact Tesla at 1-650-681-5000.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 13V-249 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.